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The Primal ShiftAuthor: Michael Kummer
Primal Shift is about helping you achieve optimal health by bridging the gap between ancestral living and the demands of modern society. Well talk about every aspect of a healthy life, including sleep, nutrition, exercise, stress management, environmental toxins, hormesis, belonging and tribalism, and reconnecting with nature. Get ready to unlock the transformative power of nature as the ultimate biohack, revolutionize your health and reconnect you with your primal self. Each episode is short and concise, providing you with actionable tips and tricks you can use to start living a more primal lifestyle today. Language: en Genres: Education, Health & Fitness, Nutrition, Self-Improvement Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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94: Stop Wasting Your Money on These 9 Biohack Devices!
Episode 94
Wednesday, 21 May, 2025
I’ve reviewed a ton of health and wellness gear over the years — some of it genuinely helpful, and some of it so absurd that I don’t know whether to laugh or cry. So in this episode, I’m doing something a little different: I’m walking you through the most useless health gadgets I’ve come across lately. Not just things I wouldn’t recommend, but things I think you should actively avoid. We’re talking Bluetooth forks that vibrate when you eat too fast. AI smoothie machines with subscription pods. Mood-tracking wearables that flash colors. And yes, cold plunge shorts… designed to make the cold plunge feel less cold. Because apparently the problem with cold therapy is that it’s uncomfortable. These devices don’t just waste your money, they also waste your intuition. They pull you further away from your own body’s feedback by outsourcing basic instincts to tech: when to eat, when to drink, how fast to chew, even how you feel. And to be honest, the idea that we need electronics to tell us these things is just… sad. We’ve gotten so out of touch that we now rely on apps to remind us to drink water and gadgets to track how salty something tastes. Health doesn’t require tech to micromanage every moment of your day. In fact, most of these gadgets just add EMFs, microplastics and confusion to your life. So in this episode, I’m calling out the worst offenders — not to shame anyone who’s tried them, but to remind you that the best solutions are usually simple, grounded, and entirely free. Let me know which ones you’ve seen (or bought!) that made you raise an eyebrow. I’d love to hear what’s on your list. Learn more: 92: Healthy Living Hacks That Save You Money Daily: https://www.primalshiftpodcast.com/92-healthy-living-hacks-that-save-you-money-daily/ 88: Why Calorie Counting Fails Every Time: https://www.primalshiftpodcast.com/88-why-calorie-counting-fails-every-time/ Thank you to this episode’s sponsor, OneSkin! OneSkin’s lineup of topical skin health products leverage the power of the company’s proprietary OS-01 peptide to remove dead skin cells, improve collagen production, increase skin hydration and more. Check out my before and after photos in my OneSkin review: https://michaelkummer.com/health/oneskin-review/ Get 15% off with my discount code MKUMMER: https://michaelkummer.com/go/oneskinshop In this episode: 00:00 - Intro 00:35 - Electric spoon that fakes salty flavor 01:30 - Smart straw for water tracking 03:24 - Bluetooth fork that vibrates when you eat too fast 04:25 - AI-powered smoothie maker with pods 05:35 - Mood-tracking wearables and flashing lights 07:14 - Smart water bottles (including kids' EMF bottles) 08:00 - $15,000 meditation pod vs. nature 09:00 - Neoprene cold plunge shorts 10:19 - AI app that tracks calories with food photos 11:24 - Final thoughts Find me on social media for more health and wellness content: Website: https://michaelkummer.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MichaelKummer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primalshiftpodcast/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/michaelkummer/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/mkummer82 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realmichaelkummer/ [Medical Disclaimer] The information shared on this video is for educational purposes only, is not a substitute for the advice of medical doctors or registered dietitians (which I am not) and should not be used to prevent, diagnose, or treat any condition. Consult with a physician before starting a fitness regimen, adding supplements to your diet, or making other changes that may affect your medications, treatment plan, or overall health. [Affiliate Disclaimer] I earn affiliate commissions from some of the brands and products I review on this channel. While that doesn't change my editorial integrity, it helps make this channel happen. If you’d like to support me, please use my affiliate links or discount code. #Biohacking #HealthyLifestyle #UselessDevices
